GNU Wget

GNU Wget is a super handy tool that helps you download files using your terminal on Linux. It’s open-source, so anyone can use it! This software works with popular Internet protocols like HTTP, HTTPS, and FTP. That means you can grab pretty much anything from the web without any fuss.

Why Use GNU Wget?

This tool is non-interactive, which means you don’t need to click around in a graphical interface. You can run it right from your Linux terminal! Plus, it supports cron jobs and scripts, making it perfect for automating downloads. Did your download get interrupted? No problem! GNU Wget lets you resume those downloads easily. You can even use wild cards and mirror directories recursively!

Features of GNU Wget

This software plays well with HTTP proxies and maintains persistent HTTP connections. It also supports cookies and NLS-based message files. The best part? It works with all major operating systems!

Getting Started with GNU Wget

If you're new to GNU Wget, just type ‘wget --help’ in your terminal to see all the options available. They’re neatly organized into categories like logging options, download options, and more!

How to Install GNU Wget

The easiest way to install GNU Wget is by searching for the wget package in your Linux distribution’s software repository. This quick method gets you up and running fast! But if you want a version optimized for your hardware architecture, check out the source tarball available on Softpas.

Installing from Source

If you choose to install from the tar.gz archive instead, here’s how: first download the file by clicking on the Download button above (you’ll find it on Softpas). Then save it somewhere easy to find. Extract the files and open a terminal emulator.

In the terminal window, use ‘cd’ to go to where you saved those extracted files. Run ‘./configure && make’ to set everything up. Finally, install it by typing ‘make install’ as root or with sudo.